Respite Care in North Pembroke, MA
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Respite Care in North Pembroke, MA: the local picture
Most older adults in North Pembroke live with someone: 77% of residents 65 and older in households do. When one of them needs care, the person they live with usually provides most of it, and respite is what keeps that sustainable.
About 266 North Pembroke residents aged 65 or older report a disability (25%) (28% in Plymouth County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 1 hospice serving North Pembroke ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
North Pembroke compared with Plymouth County and Massachusetts
| Census figure | North Pembroke | Plymouth County | Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 25% | 28% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 23% | 25% | 29% |
| Residents 65 or older | 32% | 20% | 18% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.4% | 2.0% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 17% | 9.0% | 11% |
| Households with no vehicle | 9.1% | 6.0% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $73,523 | $73,775 | — |
Older residents in towns around North Pembroke
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshfield, MA | 4.8 mi | 972 | 19% |
| Scituate, MA | 6.2 mi | 1,581 | 25% |
| Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock, MA | 6.5 mi | 1,128 | 25% |
| South Duxbury, MA | 7.3 mi | 719 | 22% |
| Kingston, MA | 7.7 mi | 1,449 | 36% |
| North Scituate, MA | 8.0 mi | 1,004 | 22% |
Hospices serving North Pembroke
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Croi Health | Norwell, MA | 4.7 mi | (781) 659-2342 |
Nursing homes near North Pembroke (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Path At Duxbury Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr | Duxbury, MA | 5.2 mi | 5 of 5 | 120 | (781) 585-5561 |
| Wingate At Silver Lake | Kingston, MA | 6.0 mi | 3 of 5 | 164 | (781) 585-4100 |
| Cardigan Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | Scituate, MA | 6.0 mi | 5 of 5 | 65 | (781) 545-9477 |
| Royal Norwell Nursing & Rehabilitation Center LLC | Norwell, MA | 6.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 86 | (781) 659-4901 |
Straight-line miles from the center of North Pembroke. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a respite caregiver can help with
- Taking over the usual routine while you are away
- Meals, medication reminders and personal care
- Company and activities
- Overnight cover for a weekend or a trip
What respite care costs in North Pembroke
At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $6,127 monthly median income of North Pembroke households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts's minimum wage is $15.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
What to know before hiring a respite caregiver
Family caregivers carry most long-term care in the U.S., and burnout is a common reason a home arrangement breaks down. The federal National Family Caregiver Support Program funds respite through local Area Agencies on Aging, and the ARCH National Respite Locator lists respite programs by state.
Questions worth asking: Can you do a short paid visit first, while I am home? Are you available at short notice if I am ill? Can you stay overnight, and what do you charge for it? More in our respite care guide.
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Respite Care in North Pembroke: common questions
Which hospices serve North Pembroke?
Medicare lists 1 hospice for North Pembroke ZIP codes, including Croi Health.
How much does respite care cost in North Pembroke?
At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $6,127 monthly median income of North Pembroke households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts's minimum wage is $15.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Does Medicaid or Medicare pay for respite care?
Medicare pays for short inpatient respite stays only for people on its hospice benefit (Medicare.gov); the hospices on this page serve North Pembroke. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states covers Massachusetts.
More senior care near North Pembroke
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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